Stavanger: Private Viking History Tour with Pickup

5.0(1)4 hoursArabic, German, Chinese, English +3Book 2 days aheadStavanger, Norway

From

$218

Step back into Norway’s past on a private journey through the historic landscapes of Stavanger, Hafrsfjord and Sola.

This experience goes beyond simply visiting Viking landmarks. Your local driver-guide connects each stop through stories of ancient life, Harald Fairhair, the Battle of Hafrsfjord, Norse traditions and Norway’s transition to Christianity.

Visit the reconstructed Iron Age Farm, stand beneath the impressive Swords in Rock, explore historic Ytraberget, discover the mysterious stone circle of Domsteinane and finish at the atmospheric ruins of Sola Church.

Along the way, discover how Vikings were much more than warriors—they were farmers, traders, craftsmen, explorers and skilled sailors who shaped Norwegian history.

With private transportation and a relaxed pace, you’ll have time for photographs, questions and stories along the way. It’s an ideal experience to discover the fascinating past hidden beyond Stavanger’s city center.

WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle

What you'll do

Iron Age Farm
Ullandhaugveien 165, Stavanger, Norway
Visit the reconstructed Iron Age Farm at Ullandhaug and step back into everyday life in ancient Norway. See traditional longhouses and learn about farming, family life, crafts and how people lived in the centuries before the Viking Age. Only accessible during opening hours
30 minAdmission included
Swords in Rock
Mollebukta, Stavanger, Norway
Visit Stavanger's famous Swords in Rock monument beside historic Hafrsfjord. Hear the story of the Battle of Hafrsfjord and Harald Fairhair, traditionally associated with the unification of Norway. Learn what the three giant swords represent and why they stand permanently embedded in the rock.
20 minAdmission included
Explore Ytraberget, a historic site overlooking Hafrsfjord
Take a short walk and enjoy views across the landscape while hearing about the area's connection to the Battle of Hafrsfjord, Viking warfare and the strategic importance of the fjord.
30 min
Discover Domsteinane, an unusual circular arrangement of stones in Sola
Take a short walk to the site while your guide explains its history, archaeological questions and the different theories surrounding this mysterious monument.
20 minAdmission included
Sola Ruinchurch
Bautavegen, Sola, Norway
Visit the historic ruins of Sola Church and discover the transition from Norway's Norse traditions toward medieval Christianity. Learn about the changing beliefs, society and culture that followed the Viking Age while exploring this atmospheric historic site.
15 minAdmission included